China, Russia celebrate strong ties

"The past 20 years has shown that not only is the treaty an effective tool for steady and constant improvement of bilateral relations, but it is an important tool for ensuring international stability on the whole."

Lyudmila Matsenko, a member of the Central Board of the Russia-China Friendship Association, said close cooperation between the two countries adds positive energy to the global situation that is witnessing geopolitical turbulence and drastic changes.

Extending the treaty is greatly important, as it defines the nature of the development of bilateral ties, Matsenko added.

"It is on the basis of this document that a Russian-Chinese strategic partnership has been built and an unprecedentedly high level of Russian-Chinese relations has been achieved," she said.

Matsenko said coordination between the two counties is important in maintaining the balance of power and global stability in the context of multiple challenges, including the breakdown of arms control agreements, along with higher risks of conflict in different parts of the world.

"The model of equal, respectful and effective relations that China and Russia have been able to build is very attractive for many countries in the world," she said.

Matsenko added that the two nations are implementing joint projects in various fields, while also strengthening political, trade, cultural and educational ties.